Swansea transfer news, rumours and speculation – January 2012

gives Metro Sport his view on the season so far and discusses his hopes for the January transfer window – PLUS we bring you the biggest news, rumours and speculation of the month.

Stylish: Brendan Rodgers (Picture: PA)

How would you rate your season so far?The Swans have used their stylish possession-based game to establish themselves in the Premier League, occasionally scaring bigger opponents (including Arsenal and Liverpool) and encouraging praise from neutrals and pundits.However, despite enjoying lots of possession, goals have been hard to find at times. Lapses in concentration haven’t helped either. With perhaps more confidence and being a little more clinical in the final third, I see a top ten finish a realistic possibility.Grade: BWhich areas of the team need strengthening in January, and do you think it will happen?The strike force needs strengthening. Though Danny Graham has started scoring, I’d still like to see the signing of another quality striker or attacking midfielder. Elsewhere, defence is an area that is a little injury prone.

If Angel Rangel or Neil Taylor pick up a long term injury, there is no right/left back that can link up well enough with the wingers. So a proven right/left back would be nice to see. While I see a new defender coming to the club in January, I don’t hold my breath for the signing of an established striker.Ideal signingsFabio Borini (Parma)